18th-19th Century French Cabinet, Old Paper Label

A scarce French Provincial Louis XV (1715-1774) / Louis XVI (1774-1792) Period mixed wood religious oratory (prie-dieu / altar) Hand-crafted in France in the 18th century, with later 19th century elements, likely originating in the south of France / Mediterranean region, featuring pegged solid wooden construction of warm, rich fruitwood, chesnut, oak, and maple. Having a slant-front bureau with tall raised back decorated with three Renaissance Revival style high relief panels, the center depicting religious scene comprising Jesus and winged Saint, the side panels with foliate floral fruit pendant carvings, flanked by classical turned baluster-form columns, surmounted with highly stylized hand carved and turned finials. Over a slant-front with star parquetry, the hinged drop-front opens to reveal a distressed leather writing desk / lectern / pulpit on which the holy books can be laid open and allows to shelter the books, which were considered precious goods at that time. The lower sacristy cabinet has a pair of slide-out supports flanking a paneled cupboard door decorated with a large stepped base Christian cross parquetry inlay, affixed with later decorative forged iron faux escutcheon overtop. The door opening with key to a single fixed shelf on which holy items...

Rests of old paint on this pure small oak cabinet.

A fine rare mahogany standing corner cabinet with molded edge top and a single paneled door, which opens to two interior storage shelves, and cante...

French Provincial carved wooden buffet, 18th/19th Century, in the provincial Louis XV taste, having a distressed green-blue-gray painted finish with cream details, two drawers above ...

A French Provincial cabinet of cupboards and drawers. Doors decorated with floral urns. Bead design around doors and drawers. Brass hardware,...

Crafted in the opulent style of 18th Century France, this exquisite Fruitwood Cabinet is a triumph of artistry and functionality. The upper compartment boasts a lockable door adorned with detailed carvings, secured by an ornate key. Inside, a strategically placed shelf allows for organized storage, while a discreetly placed drawer beneath adds both utility and grace. The lower section is equally impressive, featuring a beautifully carved drawer at its summit and, below that, a second lockable door, using the same key for seamless elegance and security. The front and sides are adorned with intricate carvings, showcasing the era's penchant for detail. Completing this masterpiece, the lower section features a scalloped apron and front legs with hoof feet, adding a touch of sophistication and whimsy. This 18th Century French Fruitwood Cabinet...